Module 1 Activity Research

Weekly Activity Template

Victoria Ngo

Project 1

Module 1

In module 1, the basics of physical interaction were introduced by exploring technologies that incorporate physical data and digital softwares that correspond to interactions. Using the Arduino microcontroller board and Makey Makey, we linked physical inputs to digital outputs such as Protopie and Touch Designer.

Activity 1

Working with the Arduino, connecting a light Working with the Arduino, connecting a light

Activity 2

Testing a temperature app in Protopie with the humidity sensor on Arduino A physical interaction with the Makey Makey that produces a digital colour output by corresponding to certain key presses A physical interaction with the Makey Makey that produces a digital colour output by corresponding to certain key presses A physical interaction with the Makey Makey that produces a digital colour output by corresponding to certain key presses

Activity 3

Using Arduino and Touch Designer together Using Arduino and Touch Designer together Using Arduino and Touch Designer together Using Arduino and Touch Designer together

Research Activity - This research activity focuses on using the resources provided by WGSN to identify and analyze current consumer trends and personas. It is used to help better inform "How Might I" statements to help identify probelms needing solutions and areas of interest.

WGSN Consumer Trend Research

From the Hometech 2027 list, this research trend focuses on art inspired design and quiet aesthetics.

WGSN Consumer Trends TCL Art Home Concept TVs. CMF Trend: Home Tech Design Inspirations Quiet Aesthetic products.

WGSN Personas Research

From the Personas 2027: Consumer Tech report,The Energisers and The Privacy Keepers are one of four personas rising into 2027, each with a set of needs, values and behaviours.

WGSN Personas Personas 2027: Consumer Tech - The Energisers

HMI Research

The How Might I framework helps make choices based on identifying problem spaces and asking questions about solving them.

How Might I Dallas Museum of Art exhibition focused on multisensory engagement

Project Path

The project path helps outline the direction towards the final project.

Deciding on a project path Atmosphere - Relaxing sounds app Small projection mapping prokect done by Brad Koerner. My final project can potentially use a digital prototype controlled by the arduino or creating a physical display to display projection mapping on.

Project 1 Concept

Project 1 Concept

The design concept focuses on the “quiet aesthetic”, creating a sensory calm app that allows users the sounds to support focus, relaxation or rest. Its minimal interface limits digital distraction and reduces cognitive overload while maintaining an intuitive design. The prototype will be created using Protopie, and users can control light properties using the Arduino IDE. This project reflects the users who desire more meaningful, personal, and private interactions to build intentional relationships with technology.

White noise app design inspiration from Behance
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